Power Intent / UPF Engineer

Power Intent / UPF Engineer Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Power Intent / UPF Engineer to join our Solutions Engineering team at Armâ??s Cambridge location. This role is central to ensuring the power efficiency and performance of our advanced compute solutions. Our work involves not just designing sophisticated System-on-Chips (SoCs), but also shaping the future of chip design by influencing design flows, Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, and building knowledge bases that enable high-performance, low-power chip development. Our efforts span multiple divisions, driving improved implementation for Arm and our partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to define and implement power management specifications for SoC designs, focusing on power efficiency and system performance.
• Create, update, and validate complex UPF (Unified Power Format) files that specify power domains, states, retention strategies, level shifters, and isolation mechanisms.
• Maintain and merge UPF files across different hierarchical levels of the chip, ensuring consistency and correctness throughout the design process.
• Analyze tradeoffs related to the Power Domain Network (PDN) and power distribution strategies, aligning them with the overall power intent.
• Assist partners and internal teams in achieving high-quality results in power management and system integration.

Required Skills and Experience

• A degree at bachelorâ??s or masterâ??s level in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of power management concepts such as voltage islands, power domains, power states, and control architectures.
• Proficiency in UPF standards (2.0, 2.1, 3.0, 3.1) and experience with formal verification methods for low power designs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
• Experience in defining, implementing, and verifying power intent specifications, with a successful track record in low power design projects.

Desirable Skills & Additional Experience

• Familiarity with formal verification tools such as Conformal LP for power intent verification.
• Strong scripting skills in languages like Tcl, Perl, Python, or YAML for automating tasks related to power intent management.
• Knowledge of Arm-based SoC architectures and design flows.

Why Join Our Team

At Arm, you will have the chance to work on innovative semiconductor projects that impact a wide range of industries. Our environment encourages collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. We offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, and support your professional development and career growth. We value initiative, problem-solving skills, and a passion for high-quality work.

Our Core Behaviors

• Partner and customer focus â?? understanding and prioritizing the needs of our partners and clients.
• Teamwork and open communication â?? building trust and sharing information effectively.
• Creativity and innovation â?? seeking opportunities for improvement and embracing new ideas.
• Personal and team development â?? encouraging growth and learning within the team and ecosystem.
• Impact and influence â?? shaping work to deliver meaningful results.
• Reliability â?? demonstrating a proactive attitude and working with urgency to overcome obstacles.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Arm is committed to providing an inclusive environment and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. For sponsorship needs, Arm will cover the costs associated with the employerâ??s sponsorship process, but all visa application fees and related charges are the responsibility of the candidate.

Additional Information

Our approach to hybrid working aims to balance high performance with personal wellbeing. Teams are empowered to determine their own flexible working arrangements, with details provided upon application. Arm promotes a culture of innovation, diversity, and progress, inspired by our 10x Mindset, which encourages curiosity, ambition, and impactful work that reaches millions worldwide.

For more about our culture and opportunities, visit https://careers.arm.com/10x-mindset.

We also support the use of AI in your application process for preparation and learning, but all responses and assessments must reflect your own work and thinking. If accommodations are needed during recruitment, contact [email protected]. Our hybrid working model is designed to support both collaboration and flexibility, with details tailored to each role and local considerations.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor’s

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